Cornell Lab of Ornithology is seeking 10 dedicated teachers who strive to bring STEM and healthy living from the garden to the classroom. These teachers will receive a $500-$2,000 grant, gardening supplies, and BirdSleuth’s Habitat Connections kit.
Funds may be used to support the building or revitalization of school gardens. In addition to food gardens, preference will be given to bird, pollinator, native habitat, rain and other natural projects.
School gardens provide the context for lessons across subjects and offer a wonderful opportunity to engage students in hands-on, project-based learning. Students who engage in school gardening are likely to experience academic, physical, emotional, social, and even behavioral benefits.
Application Process & Eligibility
The application is open to all K-12 schools, public and private, within the United States. The online application process opens closes October 3, 2016 at 11:59pm ET. Email birdsleuth@cornell.edu with any questions.
